Malone would be the third candidate to meet with Lacob. Spurs lead assistant Mike Budenholzer interviewed with Lacob earlier this week and ABC-TV analyst Mark Jackson met with him last week.

CBS Sports reported that Lacob was determined to meet with Malone before he makes a final decision.

Malone, a former member of Brown’s staff in Cleveland, likely has a job with Brown with the Lakers if he doesn’t get the Golden State job.

CBS Sports also reported it still remains unclear about whether Budenholzer really wants to leave the Spurs franchise. He appears to be the clear choice as the replacement for Gregg Popovich, once he chooses to retire.

But that day could be several years away and the Golden State opportunity with the involvement of the new ownership and iconic NBA figure Jerry West with the Warriors makes it an intriguing job for the right coach.

The meeting between Lacob and Malone will take place in the next three to four days, making it unlikely a new coach will be hired over the weekend.